Capture of Sambhaji
His forces capture the Maratha ruler Sambhaji
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1689 in India
Explore 8 historical events and records for India in 1689.
Historical records for India in 1689
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February
March
Execution
Executed by order of Aurangzeb
Execution of Sambhaji
Orders the execution of Sambhaji after his capture
Succession
Succeeds his brother Sambhaji as Maratha ruler
Other events (month unknown)
Death of Alamgir
Captures & executes the Sivajis son of the Maratha
Escape to Gingee
Rajaram escapes Mughal pressure in Maharashtra and establishes his court at the distant fortress of Gingee in Tamil Nadu.
Execution
Captures & executes the Sivajis son of the Maratha
Invasion of Maratha
Overuns the territory of the Maratha with his Grand Army of the Deccan
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